These are some creative structuring ideas. In addition, you could keep the 50/50 split and structure some sort of "promote" or disproportionate share of the co

These are some creative structuring ideas. In addition, you could keep the 50/50 split and structure some sort of "promote" or disproportionate share of the company after a return of capital or above a certain value. For instance, you guys could be 50/50 up to a $10 million valuation. After $10 million, you could be entitled to an extra X% as an incentive.